021 - Surgery after surgery, eating Maurice Sendak, and "Sisters of the Solstice Moon"

Title: Surgery after Surgery, funny stories, and the Divine Feminie Sub-Title: a mix and match of light, love, and everything in between Episode notes/references/links: EMDR Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a mental health treatment technique. This method involves moving your eyes a specific way while you process traumatic memories. EMDR's goal is to help you heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences Emotional freedom technique (EFT) is an alternative treatment for physical pain and emotional distress. It's also referred to as tapping or psychological acupressure. People who use this technique believe tapping the body can create a balance in your energy system and treat pain. Glennon Doyle We can do hard things PODCAST Pam Grout - possibility posse, focus what is going well, FP (field of Infinite Possibilities 5 Minute Journal (Intelligent Change) - utilizing the power of positive psychology Maurice Sendak Jack Kornfield Gina Martin When She Wakes series, Sisters of the Solstice Moon (pathological optimist, cosmic two by four) Home to Her podcast City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert “I get to” versus “I have to” Quote: “Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not. But remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for.” - Epicurus Power of a Crowd: Why being in a Crowd Feels Good article Why We Feel Lonely in a Crowd article Things I’ve learned from women who have dumped me by Ben Karlin The God Part of the Brain. Matthew Alper. Acclaimed by a wide range of experts, The "God" Part of the Brain is a classic. Matthew Alper presents a stunning argument: that our brain is hardwired to believe in a God. A thought-provoking study of science and religion about our human need to believe in a higher power, for spiritual seekers and atheists alike. Mindful Mavens is produced in partnership with MadeLife (our amazing recording space) and Facilitated Wellness (where Steph & Anja both treat clients), both located in Boulder, Colorado. For more information, check them out at http://madelife.com http://facwellness.com Find Mindful Mavens on Facebook and Instagram @‌mindful.mavens, email us at [email protected] or leave us a voice message at http://speakpipe.com/mindfulmavens , we’d LOVE to hear your voice! Music: “Into The Forest” by LesFM